Neuroscience & Justice Luncheon

From Brain to Bench: Mental Health & the Justice System - Challenges & Opportunities

Our expert panel for this discussion will include MCW psychiatry resident Dr. Todd Stollenwerk, MCW associate professor of psychiatry Dr. Kimberly Stoner, and Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Cynthia Davis. They will guide our exploration into the complex relationships between mental health conditions, cognition, and legal decision-making. Examining the intersections of mental health and the law aims to spark a nuanced conversation about justice, accountability, and protecting vulnerable populations. Join us for this unique opportunity to expand your expertise and help shape a more compassionate and informed approach to justice. The Neuroscience & Justice series aims to explore the profound impact of life experiences such as discrimination, trauma, chronic stress, and substance use on emotions, decision-making, and cognitive processes. By unraveling these complexities, our aim is to provide a comprehensive understanding of how these factors influence individuals navigating the justice system. This series is not only crafted to provide legal professionals and practitioners with a nuanced comprehension of the topic under discussion, empowering them in their field, but to provide credible resources to help legal practitioners implement their new learning in real-time. See flyer for more details. The deadline to register is September 6, 2024, *1.5 CLE Credits Pending*